1949 – Page 23 – Retro Radio Podcast

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

Richard Diamond – The Harry Baker Case. ep20, 490903

By Keith October 18, 2022Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

After sharing about some of the loudly colored fashions of the day, Richard shifts to a matter of Harry Baker becoming involved with his private secretary. Is Connie moving too…

The popular program 'One Man's Family' is being broadcast from Studio 'C' at 111 Sutter Street, San Francisco, 1934. The program was heard on the NBC Pacific Coast Network. Shown are (left to right:) Kathleen Wilson (Claudia); Barton Yarbrough (Clifford); Bill Andrews (announcer); sound effects man Ed Ludes and his water effects machine; Bernice Berwin (Hazel); Mike Raffetto (Paul Barbour); Minetta Ellen (Mother Barbour); Page Gilman (Jack); J. Anthony Smythe (Father Barbour).

One Man’s Family – Book 72, Chapter 2 – Clifford Delves Into His Past 491009

By Keith October 9, 2022Drama, One Mans Family

The typical scattered routine has returned to the Barber clan. Hazel and Dan look for children's books in the library for Jack. Dan gets sidetracked by taking time to read…

Gerald Mohr in 1951. A black and white photograph of Gerald Mohr, a man in a suit and tie, posing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He is holding a script in one hand and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

Philip Marlowe – The Black Halo. ep16, 490115

By Keith October 1, 2022Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Marlowe is out to locate a girl, but before he can, he finds death and the devil. Mr Drum is looking for his missing sister, and hires Philip to find…

A black and white photograph of Fibber McGee and Molly, a couple from a popular radio show of the same name. They are standing in front of a closet that has been opened, with clothes and other items spilling out onto the floor. Fibber is holding a mop and wearing an apron, while Molly looks on with a smile on her face. The overall effect is one of humor and domesticity, with the couple's playful antics and cluttered living space providing a snapshot of life in mid-century America in 1948.

Fibber McGee and Molly – The Fish Dinner. ep592, 490927

By Keith September 27, 2022Comedy, Contributors, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber decides to invite friends over for dinner. Doc Gamble visits for a dose of abuse. Teeny stops in to tell about school. Billy Mills plays, Fiddle Dee Dee. Milt…

"An apple sitting on a school teacher's desk"

Our Miss Brooks – Mr. Conklin’s Wake Up Plan. ep36, 490410

By Keith September 25, 2022Comedy, Our Miss Brooks

In an effort to cooperate with school policies, Miss Brooks opens by talking about her efforts to comply with the latest school policy, Mr Conklin's exersize plan. An idea to…

Philip Marlowe – The Fatted Calf. ep51, 490924

By Keith September 24, 2022Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

A cartoonist hires Philip Marlowe to investigate a problem his assistant is having. Is it just a matter of marital infidelity? If so, Marlowe is out of here, and he'll…

Dragnet – Brick Bat Slayer. 490924.

By Keith September 22, 2022Detective and Mystery, Dragnet

The documented drama of an actual crime. Travel step by step through a case from actual police files. Joe Friday and Ben Romero work the Homicide detail. Chief Ed Backstrand…

A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Jack Rides In A Yacht. 491106

By Keith September 18, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

We find Jack at his home taking a nap, with Rochester providing commentary as he watches his boss. Once he wakes up, Jack is visited by Phil, who tells about…

Our Miss Brooks – Clay City English Test. ep34, 490327

By Keith September 18, 2022Comedy, Our Miss Brooks

Connie tells about the hypertensive Mr Conklin, and the assignment he gave to her. Mrs Davis sticks up for Connie, and feels she should be paid for the extra work.…

Dragnet – James Vickers. ep16, 490917

By Keith September 17, 2022Detective and Mystery, Dragnet

Assigned to Homicide bureau, Joe Friday investigates a shooting of a police officer. The fatally wounded officer struggles, but does his best to tell how it happened. A description of…